Geothermal characterization bill advances despite strong community opposition
SB 3081, a measure to fund characterization of underground energy resources including geothermal, advanced with amendments. The measure drew sustained, emotional opposition from community members who urged the committee to reject geothermal development, citing health, cultural and environmental concerns; supporters described the bill as an administrative step toward energy self-sufficiency.
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Senate Bill 3081 would fund work to characterize the potential for underground energy resources statewide, an item that includes geothermal resource characterization.
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